2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 2001 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lancia Thesis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lancia Thesis would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 2001 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
